FUK
Fukuoka
Japan
8,737 km
5,429 miles
GWT
Westerland
Germany
Distance
8,737 km
5,429 mi / 4,717 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-8h
Asia/Tokyo
Heading
330°
north northwest

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FUK GWT
Airport Name Fukuoka Airport Westerland Sylt Airport
IATA Code FUK GWT
ICAO Code RJFF EDXW
City Fukuoka Westerland
Country Japan Germany
Timezone Asia/Tokyo Europe/Berlin
Elevation 32 ft 51 ft
Coordinates 33.590000, 130.450000 54.910000, 8.340000

Fukuoka (FUK) to Westerland (GWT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Fukuoka Airport (FUK) in Fukuoka, Japan to Westerland Sylt Airport (GWT) in Westerland, Germany is 8,737 kilometers (5,429 miles / 4,717 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north northwest at a heading of 330°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Japan with Germany. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 23:30 in Fukuoka, it's 15:30 in Westerland. With a 8-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Westerland (GWT) to Fukuoka (FUK) follows a heading of 46° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Fukuoka Airport (FUK) and Westerland Sylt Airport (GWT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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